Calamari Classic Recipe

Preparation and Cooking

1. 1

   Prepare the Remoulade

   In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chopped cherry peppers, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Mix well and set aside in the refrigerator to chill.

2. 2

   Prepare the Calamari

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

3. 3

   Heat the Oil

   In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).

4. 4

   Coat the Calamari

   Toss the calamari rings in the flour mixture until well coated, shaking off any excess flour.

5. 5

   Fry the Calamari

   Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.

6. 6

   Char the Lemon

   While the calamari is frying, place the lemon halves cut-side down on the grill or in a hot skillet for about 2-3 minutes until charred.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve the fried calamari hot with the cherry pepper remoulade and charred lemon on the side.